Retail figures: Spending falls in September as consumers cope with rising petrol prices, interest rates, bad weather
“Petrol prices jumped sharply in mid-September. Spending through Paymark at fuel outlets was running 35% ahead of year…
Kiwi dehydration death prompts new tank on Matakohe-Limestone Island
At that time, Morgan reported finding a large adult kiwi unconscious on the island. The bird was rushed…
Far North power grid upgrades need confirmed projects or consumers pay
Just a few weeks earlier, solar generation exceeded thermal generation for the first time, and Northland played a…
How these people used exercise to cope with unbearable grief
Scientists are beginning to study the ways that exercise can help bereaved people navigate loss. Myra Sack has…
Millions of Europeans struggle to cope with another wave of extreme heat
Temperatures were set to surpass 30C for nearly three out of five European residents (excluding Turkey) – around…
NZ health services struggling to cope with rapid rise of silent killer linked to diabetes and high blood pressure
Nicky Pellegrino Health writer·New Zealand Listener· 25 May, 2026 06:10 PM4 mins to read Subscribe to listenAccess…
Rotorua ambulance officer warns low pay and trauma are driving staff to Australia
They were Manjinder Singh, Sandeep Singh and Varinderpal Singh, who were on their way home to Tauranga from…
Actor Dylan Sprouse held alleged trespasser at gunpoint until police arrived
“You’ve got to have levity in life. And thankfully, no one was hurt, and there was no more…
School support dogs helping anxious students cope and learn in class
She said: “A lot of kids feel really judged today, and I think dogs just provide that non-judgemental,…
Uber drivers warn they cannot cope if petrol hits $3 a litre
“Drivers are going to work longer hours to make up the lost money and expenses, or drivers are…
GP warns hospitals could not cope with new measles outbreak
“Our hospital systems are overwhelmed and not coping already, and as a GP in the community, our waiting…